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Gilmer Arts is hosting their 11th annual “Plein Air, Art in the Mountains,” May 15 to May 18. Artists from across the region will paint various scenery in the north Georgia mountains.

Gilmer Arts is hosting their 11th annual “Plein Air, Art in the Mountains,” May 15 to May 18. Artists from across the region will paint various scenery in the north Georgia mountains.

Fine art showcasing local scenery up for auction

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Professional artists from across the region will soon be scattered about the county, painting the picturesque beauty of the north Georgia mountains.  Gilmer Arts is hosting their 11th annual “Plein Air, Art in the Mountains,” that ends with a chance for people to purchase the paintings at auction.
Chandra Teague named Mountain View Elementary’s principal. Tiffany Boyette named Gilmer High School’s principal. (Courtesy of Gilmer County Schools)

Chandra Teague named Mountain View Elementary’s principal. Tiffany Boyette named Gilmer High School’s principal. (Courtesy of Gilmer County Schools)

New principals named at MVE, GHS

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The Gilmer Board of Education has approved the recommendation for new principals at Gilmer High and Mountain View Elementary to lead those schools. Chandra Teague will take on the role of Mountain View’s principal.
East Ellijay Mayor Don Callihan pictured with his granddaughter, 9-year-old Sarah Jane Callihan, at Chick-fil-A’s soft opening. He said Sarah Jane wants to own one when she’s older.

East Ellijay Mayor Don Callihan pictured with his granddaughter, 9-year-old Sarah Jane Callihan, at Chick-fil-A’s soft opening. He said Sarah Jane wants to own one when she’s older.

Chick-fil-A reopens

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Gilmer residents can hear “my pleasure” once again. A renovated Chick-fil-A has reopened its doors, after fans patiently waited months to order their chicken sandwiches and waffle fries. Chick-fil-A is serving customers once again in East Ellijay after being closed for months to be renovated.
Ellijay Elementary School located at 32 McCutchen Street

Ellijay Elementary School located at 32 McCutchen Street

New plans for Ellijay Elementary School

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Gilmer County Schools plans to rebuild Ellijay Elementary School. The Board of Education has gotten the ball rolling by approving a resolution to phase out the facility.
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An unfortunate, smelly spill

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Drivers passing through part of Ellijay may be wondering what the horrible smell was the other day, or what the substance was sticking to their tires. The Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office described it as a “mystery spill.” GCSO issued a slick road alert Monday, April 28, around 11 a.m.
Leaders from local nonprofits, who either receive a monthly or one-time grant from FHC, attended the reception held at the Piedmont Community Center.

Leaders from local nonprofits, who either receive a monthly or one-time grant from FHC, attended the reception held at the Piedmont Community Center.

Faith, Hope and Charity holds grant reception

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Many nonprofits in Gilmer County rely on the Faith, Hope and Charity Recycle Store (FHC) to support their missions, by providing hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants.
Friends of the Gilmer Animal Shelter hosted their annual, groovy Woofstock event, benefiting dogs and cats in need. The pet-friendly fun happened in Downtown Ellijay Saturday, April 26. (Photographed by Brittany Johnson)

Friends of the Gilmer Animal Shelter hosted their annual, groovy Woofstock event, benefiting dogs and cats in need. The pet-friendly fun happened in Downtown Ellijay Saturday, April 26. (Photographed by Brittany Johnson)

Furry friends gather at Woofstock

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Friends of the Gilmer County Library hosted an author’s forum and market April 24, where they invited seven local writers to speak about their work. Southern humorist Kathi Harper Hill chose to read an excerpt from one of her novels titled “Bensy and Me.”

Friends of the Gilmer County Library hosted an author’s forum and market April 24, where they invited seven local writers to speak about their work. Southern humorist Kathi Harper Hill chose to read an excerpt from one of her novels titled “Bensy and Me.”

Local talent showcased at authors forum

Lauren Sabia
Wednesday, April 30, 2025